Suogang Reef

Suogang Reef is located off the northeastern coast of Taiwan, presenting a reef-break environment in the Taiwan Strait. The spot faces northeast into the open ocean, with the coastline oriented at approximately 45°. The shallow reef extends into clear turquoise water, creating challenging but defined conditions. Side-shore winds from the northwest (315°) would provide optimal safety parameters for kitesurfing, keeping riders parallel to the coast. The spot experiences moderate wind reliability at 48.3% with average winds around 13.5 knots, generating small but consistent waves averaging 1.01m. The choppy water conditions typical of reef breaks make this an intermediate-level spot, suitable for riders comfortable with hard-bottom hazards and uneven surfaces. Key considerations include the exposed reef throughout the riding zone, limited beach access for launching and landing, and potential boat traffic from the nearby port facilities visible in the upper portion of the image. Best practice involves checking tide conditions carefully, as shallow reef areas become more hazardous at lower water levels.